
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Towers at Forest Acres

2223-2225 Greene St

200 Arbor Dr, Unit C

The Landings at Forest Acres

Cross Hill Apartments

2308 Pendleton St
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2308 Pendleton St

Arrington Place Apartments

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2922 Chestnut St, Unit A

2628 Parkwood Dr

The Cooper

Ravenwood Hills

312-314 South Harden Street
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3232 Brookwood Ct

Barkoot Apartments

320 S Beltline Blvd

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2205 Harper St

4103 Devine St

Spring Gardens
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308 Percival Rd

914 King St

2320 Byrnes Dr

4559 Oxford Rd

103 Sunrise Ave

2102 Ervin St

721 King St
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East Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,408 | $560 | $1,685 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $620 | $1,920 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $685 | $2,760 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,100 | $2,977 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,267 | $5,195 |
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $811. 308 Percival Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0C - Studio | Studio,1BA | $811 |
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 303 | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,249 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | S1-5000 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC
As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Stage Model at 5th & Sloan in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the Unit 1405 Model at 308 Percival Rd starting at $1,395 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th & Sloan | The Stage | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 1405 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 2922 Chestnut St, Unit A | 2922 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 200 Arbor Dr, Unit C | 200 Arbor Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0C - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Columbia is under $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is Towers at Forest Acres which is listed at $822, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in East Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Columbia?
Cheap apartments in East Columbia have an average cost of $316 which is $2,884 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbia.
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